Einstein Bros Franchise News

Show a bike helmet for a free bagel & shmear all day on May 18; enter to win one of 26 bikes to be given away.
LAKEWOOD, Colo., May 07, 2012 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- Bikes & Bagels. They go together almost as well as Bagel & Shmear. Einstein Bros. Bagels is pleased to announce that the grand opening of its 13 locations in Portland and the metro area will coincide with National Bike to Work Day, Friday, May 18, 2012.
To celebrate, Einstein Bros. is offering:

A chance to win one of 26 bicycles - two per Einstein Bros. location - that will be given away in a drawing at each participating Einstein Bros. location. No purchase is necessary, and winners will be notified by email. See below for store locations.
A free bagel and shmear to every customer who rides to the store on a bike...

Announces Commitment to The Heart Truth Campaign during American Heart Month
LAKEWOOD, Colo., Feb. 13, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Einstein Bros. Bagels is offering a sweetheart deal to Portland bagel lovers this Valentine's Day: Free heart-shaped bagels at participating Einstein Bros. Bagels locations in Portland on February 14, 2012. No purchase necessary. Limit one per customer. Available while supplies last.
In addition Einstein Bros. also announced three kettle-style bagel varieties that will be added to the menu. After requesting customer feedback via a Facebook poll, it was determined that Everything, Plain, and Sesame varieties of Kettle-style bagels will be added to the menu at all Portland Einstein Bros. locations by May 31...

Facebook Fans Rewarded with Free Bagel Thin Single and Light Shmear with Purchase of a Beverage LAKEWOOD, Colo., Feb. 9, 2011 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ -- It's National Bagel Day, and to celebrate, Einstein Bros. Bagels(R) and Noah's Bagels have an offer that's thick on flavor but thin on calories--not to mention your wallet.

As part of its continued commitment to provide health-conscious customers with better-for-you options, the "unofficial sponsor" of National Bagel Day is offering its Facebook fans with a tasty a freebie: the new Bagel Thin Single and Light Shmear. Through February 14, all existing and new fans who "Like" either the Einstein Bros.(R) Bagels or Noah's Bagels Facebook pages will have the opportunity to download a digital coupon to receive their fresh baked Bagel Thin Single and Light Shmear for free with the purchase of a beverage...

Demand for Brand Grows Stronger As New Locations Continue to Open Nationwide November 15, 2010 // Franchising.com // Lakewood, Colo. — As Denver-based Einstein Bros. Bagels enters the fourth quarter of 2010, it carries with it significant momentum for its franchise and license program from the year's previous three quarters.

The signature brand for Einstein Noah Restaurant Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: BAGL) has coupled its well-managed growth plan with creative marketing programs and innovative menu introductions to extend its presence into key U.S. markets.

"We are expanding our base of franchisees with talented and experienced restaurateurs, who recognize Einstein Bros. Bagels as a strong investment," said Jeff O'Neill, chief executive officer of Einstein Noah Restaurant Group...

Aggressive Expansion through Franchising Continues with Plans to Open Four Restaurants in Four Years throughout Greene and Christian Counties July 14, 2010 // Franchising.com // SPRINGFIELD, Mo. – Einstein Noah Restaurant Group, Inc. (NASDAQ:BAGL) is pleased to announce the signing of a multi-unit development deal with RT Development, LLC of Springfield, Mo., to franchise Einstein Bros. Bagels restaurants and continue to expand the popular brand.

RT Development, LLC's franchise agreement continues Einstein Bros. Bagels' strategy of expansion through increased franchising with growth-minded business partners who are attracted to the Einstein Bros. business model.

Based in Springfield, RT Development, LLC plans to open four Einstein Bros...

Local Entrepreneur Offers First 100 Customers in Line Free Breakfast Sandwiches for a Year May 25, 2010 // Franchising.com // SAN ANTONIO, Texas - Local entrepreneur Charles Loflin will celebrate the grand opening of his new Einstein Bros. Bagels location at 7959 Fredericksburg Road in San Antonio with a spectacular food giveaway on Wednesday May 26, 2010.

Einstein Bros. Bagels will present the first 100 people in line with coupons valid for one free Breakfast Sandwich a week for one year.

"I can't think of a better way to showcase the freshness and quality of our Breakfast Sandwiches to the local community," said Loflin, who also owns the Einstein Bros. Bagels location at 12730 IH-10 West in San Antonio.

To receive the coupons, the first 100 people in line must be at least 18 years old and have a valid photo ID...

Celebrate Success of the Bagel Bonanza, Einstein Rewards Its Facebook Fans with Free Bagel Coupon LAKEWOOD, Colo. /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- On the heels of its successful Bagel Bonanza—the world's largest online bagel giveaway—Einstein Bros. Bagels is again offering a delicious deal to its Facebook Fans. To celebrate National Bagel Day, February 9, all fans of the Einstein Bros. Facebook page will have the opportunity to download a digital coupon for a free Einstein's bagel with the purchase of a bagel. Coupons will be available via www.facebook.com/einsteinbros to existing and new fans on National Bagel Day (February 9, 2010) only and are valid through February 16. Offer continues while supplies last and is valid only at participating Einstein Bros...

Aggressive Expansion through Franchising Continues with Plans to Open Five Restaurants in Five Years in Peoria, East Peoria and Bloomington-Normal January 20, 2010 // Franchising.com // LAKEWOOD, Colo. – Einstein Noah Restaurant Group, Inc. (NASDAQ:BAGL) is pleased to announce the signing of a multi-unit development agreement with Ellaicy Restaurant Company, Inc. to franchise Einstein Bros. Bagels restaurants and continue to expand the popular brand.

Ellaicy Restaurant Company, Inc.'s multi-unit franchise agreement continues Einstein Bros. Bagels' strategy of expansion through increased franchising with the right business partners who can carry on the Einstein Bros. tradition.

Based in Peoria, Ill., Ellaicy Restaurant Company, Inc...

31 Opened through Fourth Quarter in 2009; Plans Call for Exceeding Last Year's Openings in 2010 January 19, 2010 // Franchising.com // Lakewood, Colo. – The autumn harvest months of the fourth quarter turned up a rich crop of newly opened licensed locations for Einstein Bros. Bagels as it continues to nourish consumers and food service groups alike with the three elements that distinguish the brand as a preferred dining option: taste, freshness and convenience.

Building on the record growth it reaped in 2009, the popular quick-casual bakery chain has already planted the seeds for another record year in 2010.

"License expansion is key to achieving our vision of becoming the fastest-growing fast casual chain in North America" said Jeff O'Neill, chief executive officer of Einstein Noah Restaurant Group, Inc...

31 Opened through Fourth Quarter in 2009; Plans Call for Exceeding Last Year's Openings in 2010

January 15, 2010 // Franchising.com // Lakewood, Colo. - The autumn harvest months of the fourth quarter turned up a rich crop of newly opened licensed locations for Einstein Bros. Bagels as it continues to nourish consumers and food service groups alike with the three elements that distinguish the brand as a preferred dining option: taste, freshness and convenience.

Building on the record growth it reaped in 2009, the popular quick-casual bakery chain has already planted the seeds for another record year in 2010.

"License expansion is key to achieving our vision of becoming the fastest-growing fast casual chain in North America" said Jeff O'Neill, chief executive officer of Einstein Noah Restaurant Group, Inc...

22 Opened through Third Quarter in 2009; Seven Planned for Remainder of Year and 30-45 in 2010 November 18, 2009 // Franchising.com // Lakewood, Colo. – Einstein Bros. Bagels is scoring a trifecta with consumers and food service groups alike, hitting on the three elements that distinguish the brand as a preferred dining option: taste, freshness and convenience.

As a result, the nationwide expansion of the popular quick-casual bakery chain's licensed locations is reaching new heights.

"When dining management groups decide which brands they want in their facilities, we are increasingly becoming a top choice," said Jeff O'Neill, chief executive officer of Einstein Noah Restaurant Group, Inc. (Nasdaq: BAGL), the brand's parent company...

LAKEWOOD, Colo.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Einstein Noah Restaurant Group, Inc. (NASDAQ:BAGL) today announced that it will release its third quarter 2009 financial results after the market close on Thursday, November 5, 2009. A conference call will follow at 3:00PM Mountain Time (5:00PM Eastern Time), and will be webcast live from Einstein Noah's website at www.einsteinnoah.com. Hosting the call will be Jeff O'Neill, chief executive officer and president, and Rick Dutkiewicz, chief financial officer.

The dial-in numbers for the conference call are 1-877-407-0784 for domestic toll-free calls and 1-201-689-8560 for international. The conference ID is 335738. A telephone replay will be available through November 12, 2009, and may be accessed by dialing 1-877-660-6853 for domestic toll-free calls or 1-201-612-7415 for international...

Experienced Businessmen Plan to Open Three Restaurants in Lubbock LAKEWOOD, Colo. – Einstein Noah Restaurant Group, Inc. (NASDAQ:BAGL) is pleased to announce the signing of a multi-unit development agreement with Bluebonnet Hospitality Management to franchise Einstein Bros.® Bagels restaurants and continue to expand the popular brand.

Based in Lubbock, Texas, Bluebonnet Hospitality Management plans to open three Einstein Bros. restaurants in and around the city within the next three years. Subodh and Mahesh Patel, brothers and graduates of Lubbock's Texas Tech University, own Bluebonnet Hospitality Management and have resided in the area for many years. They are experienced franchise entrepreneurs, owning and operating several hotels in the Lubbock area...

Experienced Businessman Plans to Open Five Restaurants in Five Years in Houston and Sugar Land

August 11, 2009 // Franchising.com // LAKEWOOD, Colo.,- Einstein Noah Restaurant Group, Inc. (NASDAQ:BAGL) is pleased to announce the signing of a multi-unit development agreement with American Equity International, LLC to franchise Einstein Bros.® Bagels restaurants and continue to expand the popular brand.

Based in Houston, Texas, American Equity International LLC plans to open five Einstein Bros. restaurants within the next five years in the greater Houston area, including Sugar Land.

"The craveable food and comfortable atmosphere of the popular Einstein Bros. brand fit in well with the neighborhood," said Jon-Michial Carter, president of American Equity International, LLC...

Popular Restaurant Destination Opens 29th Location in its home market

DENVER, June 18, 2009 /PRNewswire-FirstCall via COMTEX/ -- Einstein Bros.(R) Bagels invites friends, residents and commuters to celebrate the grand opening of the newest location in Denver at the intersection of Quebec St. and E. 2nd Ave. which opened for business on Tuesday, June 16.

"With the opening of this, our twenty-ninth location in Denver, we are adding to the tremendous momentum we've built in our home market," said Jeff O'Neill, chief executive officer of Einstein Noah Restaurant Group (Nasdaq: BAGL). "We are excited to strengthen our bonds with the community, and we welcome our new neighbors in for breakfast, lunch or anytime."

The restaurant is located at 200 Quebec St...

New Breakfast and Lunch Items Deliver Great Taste and Quality Ingredients Lakewood, Colo.,/PRNewswire-FirstCall via COMTEX/ -- If you're looking to eat a little better these days, chances are you're probably counting your calories and finding that the math doesn't always add up.

In a time when menus can come with a generous portion of calories, Einstein Bros.(R) Bagels and Noah's Bagels(R) are introducing an all-new Lighter Fare menu, with three lunch items and two breakfast items, each containing less than 400 calories. The limited-time lunch menu will be available from April 1, 2009 through June 30 and the breakfast menu beginning July 1, 2009 through September 29 at participating Einstein Bros. and Noah's restaurants nationwide...

Experienced Restaurant Operator Plans to Open Five Restaurants in Five Years in Orange County, California

LAKEWOOD, Colo., March 4 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Einstein Noah Restaurant Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: BAGL) is pleased to announce the signing of a multi-unit development agreement with Addicting Food Concepts Operators, INC. to franchise Einstein Bros.(R) Bagels restaurants and continue to expand the popular brand.

Based in Orange County, California, Addicting Food Concepts Operators, INC. plans to open five Einstein Bros. restaurants within the next five years in southern Orange County. The first location is slated to open by March 2010.

"The craveable food and comfortable atmosphere of the popular Einstein Bros...

Popular Restaurant Destination Opens Sixth Company Owned Location in Houston Houston, /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Einstein Bros.(R) Bagels invites friends, residents and commuters to celebrate the grand opening of the newest location in Houston at the intersection of N. Eldridge Pkwy. and Sandbridge St. as we opened for business on Wednesday, Dec. 10.

"We are building up tremendous momentum in the Houston market. This Einstein Bros. restaurant will open just in time for the holidays," said Garry teal, regional business director for Einstein Bros., a brand of Einstein Noah Restaurant Group (Nasdaq: BAGL). "We are excited to be part of the community and we welcome our new neighbors in for breakfast, lunch or anytime."

The restaurant is located at 1275 N...

Popular Restaurant Destination Opens Sixth Austin Area Location Cedar Park, Texas, /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Einstein Bros.(R) Bagels invites friends, residents and commuters to celebrate the grand opening of the newest location in Cedar Park on Whitestone Blvd. in the 1890 Ranch Complex, opened for business on Tuesday, Dec. 9.

"We are building up tremendous momentum in the Austin market. This Einstein Bros. restaurant will open just in time for the holidays," said Garry Teal, regional business director for Einstein Bros., a brand of Einstein Noah Restaurant Group (Nasdaq: BAGL). "We are excited to be part of the community and we welcome our new neighbors in for breakfast, lunch or anytime."

The restaurant is located at 1465 E...

Popular Restaurant Destination Opens Second of Two Local Locations Opened in Late 2008 Las Vegas, /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Einstein Bros.(R) Bagels invites friends, residents and commuters to celebrate the grand opening of the newest location in Las Vegas at the intersection of E. Tropicana Ave. and Paradise Rd. which opened for business on Wednesday, Dec. 17.

"We are building up tremendous momentum in the Las Vegas market. This is the second of two local Einstein Bros. restaurants to open this year," said Garry Teal, regional business director for Einstein Bros., a brand of Einstein Noah Restaurant Group (Nasdaq: BAGL). "We are excited to be part of the community and we welcome our new neighbors in for breakfast, lunch or anytime...